Lebanon Talks to focus on Israel’s threats: Iran’s FM
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated on Thursday he would hold consultations with Lebanese officials over escalating threats posed by Israel, after arriving in Beirut for a two-day visit.
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Report denies claims of Turkey evacuating citizens from Iran
A news agency has denied reports circulating on social media that Turkey is evacuating its citizens from Iran.
Former Iran FM Zarif says era of loyalty in global order over, citing Venezuela, Iran’s 12-day war
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said the era in which countries could rely on the loyalty and sacrifice of global powers has passed, arguing that recent international developments show expectations of steadfast support are no long…
Farage accused of ‘parroting Kremlin lines’ after remarks on UK troops in Ukraine
Pat McFadden says stance on potential peace deployment casts doubt on Reform leader’s commitment to national securityUK politics live – latest updatesNigel Farage has been accused of “parroting Kremlin lines” after saying that he would vote against any…
Former minister says government should quit X over child sexual abuse imagery – UK politics live
Louise Haigh says use of Elon Musk’s social media platform ‘unconscionable’ amid proliferation of abuse imageryHelena Horton is a Guardian environment reporter.Emma Reynolds, the environment secretary, has insisted “that is it” in response to farmers c…
Mandelson accuses European leaders of ‘histrionic’ reaction to Trump’s Greenland stance
Article by former British ambassador to US is likely to be seen as criticism of Keir StarmerPeter Mandelson has accused European leaders including Keir Starmer of a “histrionic” reaction to Donald Trump’s plan to take over Greenland, arguing that witho…
Tehran says US interventionism aimed at inciting violence in Iran
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned interventionist and deceptive remarks by American officials regarding Iran’s internal developments, stressing that the statements reflect Washington’s continued hostility towards the Iranian nation a…
Ambassador Kwatra Visits IBM Research Center, Discusses National Quantum Mission
Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, visited the IBM Thomas J Watson Research Centre Think Lab in Washington DC. During the visit, he witnessed cutting-edge research in quantum computing and discussed IBM’s expanding presence in India.Ambassador Kwatra highlighted India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM), a key government initiative approved on 19 April 2023. Spanning 2023-24
Jaishankar To French Counterpart: Partners Consult Closely Amid Global Turmoil
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with his French counterpart, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, in Paris on Wednesday local time. This meeting underscores the deepening strategic partnership between India and France amid a backdrop of global uncertainty.The two leaders focused on advancing bilateral cooperation and enhancing India-EU engagement, while exchanging views on
Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra Meets US Speaker Mike Johnson, Discusses Strengthening Strategic Partnership
Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met US House Speaker Mike Johnson at Capitol Hill on Tuesday to discuss bolstering the India-US strategic partnership.In a post on X, Ambassador Kwatra expressed honour at the meeting, noting his appreciation for Speaker Johnson’s support in strengthening bilateral ties between the world’s two largest democracies.Kwatra thanked Johnson